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Iran Stands Firm: President Asserts No Retreat from Core Principles in U.S. Negotiations
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian affirmed the country’s commitment to its principles in ongoing indirect talks with the U.S. regarding its nuclear program and sanctions relief. In a meeting with Parliament members, he noted that negotiations, led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, are taking place in Muscat, Oman. Pezeshkian emphasized that these discussions aim to establish a new agreement to replace the 2015 deal, abandoned by the U.S. under Trump. He reassured that the Iranian government will not link the welfare of its people to these negotiations, underscoring a focus on national sovereignty.
Iran’s Araqchi Signals Willingness for Respectful Engagement with U.S. in Canceled Speech
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi expressed the country’s readiness to engage with the U.S. based on mutual respect, in a scheduled address at the Carnegie International Nuclear Policy Conference, which was ultimately canceled. Araqchi’s key points included Iran’s commitment to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, opposition to nuclear arms, and advocacy for a nuclear-free Middle East. He emphasized the need for diplomacy and a new agreement that safeguards Iran’s interests post-JCPOA, while addressing misconceptions about U.S.-Iran relations. Araqchi concluded that constructive engagement requires respect for Iran’s cultural identity and historical context.
Iran Slams US President’s ‘Ownership’ Remarks as Ethnic Cleansing Scheme for Gaza
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei has condemned US President Donald Trump’s controversial Gaza plan, calling it a shocking alignment with Israel’s agenda that threatens the rights of Palestinians. During a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, Baghaei described the proposal as an unprecedented violation of international law and a potential catalyst for ethnic cleansing. He emphasized that it seeks to erase the Palestinian identity and that the Palestinian people will resist any attempts to take their ancestral land. Trump’s suggestion that Palestinians would “love to leave” Gaza has intensified concerns over the plan’s implications for the region.
Iran and Afghanistan: A Vital Link for Regional Security and Stability, Says Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, during his visit to Kabul, highlighted the interdependence of Iran’s security and Afghanistan’s stability, advocating for enhanced cooperation to address bilateral challenges. Meeting with Afghanistan’s acting Prime Minister Mohammad Hasan Akhund, Araghchi expressed satisfaction with the security developments in Afghanistan and emphasized the need to strengthen relations with the Islamic Emirate. A key issue discussed was the water dispute stemming from the 1973 Helmand River Treaty, which Afghanistan has not fully honored, impacting Iran’s water share. Both leaders agreed on the importance of collaboration to manage refugee issues and improve diplomatic ties.
Unpacking the Strategic Signals of the Iran-China-Russia Naval Exercise: What It Means for Global Power Dynamics
Iran, China, and Russia began their annual joint military exercises, the “Security Belt-2025,” in the Gulf of Oman, highlighting their growing military cooperation amid changing geopolitical dynamics, particularly in response to U.S. policies. Located near Iran’s Chabahar port, the drills are the fifth since 2019 and reflect the strengthening of ties between these authoritarian regimes as they seek to counter U.S. influence. Analysts view the exercises as politically significant, coinciding with increased tensions between Iran and the U.S. over nuclear issues. The strategic location of Chabahar also underscores its importance in regional trade and security partnerships.
